Closed
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides subsidized housing in Grey County for eligible households. It supports affordable housing applications for rent-geared-to-income units and some market-rate units, depending on the property.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- General public
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Application for subsidized housing units in Grey County.
- Application for rent-geared-to-income housing.
- Application for affordable housing units for seniors, adults, families, or eligible Aboriginal-status households.
Documents Needed
- Proof of legal right to live in Canada
- Proof of age for all household members
- Registration code, if previously applied
- Basic account details for online registration
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Households seeking subsidized housing
- Senior households
- Adult households
- Families
Who is not eligible
- Households exceeding the income or asset limits
- Households with members under a deportation, departure, or exclusion order
- Households owing money to a social housing provider
Eligible geographic areas
- Grey County
- Meaford
- Neustadt
- Markdale
- Flesherton
- Dundalk
- Holstein
- Hanover
- Durham
- Chatsworth
- Thornbury
- Owen Sound
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Existing applicants must use their registration code to manage an active file.
- Applicants should not create more than one account or application.
- Approved applicants are placed in the housing access system and may wait for an available unit.
Additional information
- Priority may be given to women with children who have experienced abuse.
- Housing is part of a coordinated access system with other non-profit agencies in Grey County.
- Some locations are designated for seniors, adults, families, or Aboriginal-status households.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Apply for Affordable Housing Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Apply for Affordable Housing. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Apply for Affordable Housing?
This program provides subsidized housing in Grey County for eligible households. It supports affordable housing applications for rent-geared-to-income units and some market-rate units, depending on the property.
Who is eligible for the Apply for Affordable Housing program?
To be eligible for the Apply for Affordable Housing program, you must:
Household income and assets within limits
Eligible Canadian residency status
At least one household member aged 16+
What expenses are eligible under Apply for Affordable Housing?
Application for subsidized housing units in Grey County.
Application for rent-geared-to-income housing.
Application for affordable housing units for seniors, adults, families, or eligible Aboriginal-status households.
Who can I contact for more information about the Apply for Affordable Housing?
You can contact Grey County by email at sally.morris@grey.ca or by phone at 519-376-5744.
Where is the Apply for Affordable Housing available?
The Apply for Affordable Housing program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Apply for Affordable Housing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Apply for Affordable Housing is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Apply for Affordable Housing?
Apply for Affordable Housing is funded by Grey County